Best Bets

It's that time of year again: Our annual Best Bets Readers' Choice Contest is underway. Nominations began at noon today, so pick your favorites now. Choose among happy hours and burger joints, date spots and shoe shops -- 50 categories in all.

Of course, for those of you who disagreed with last year's winners (you know who you are), it's your chance to have your say. Who was overlooked or overrated in 2004? Give your top spot the nod it deserves.

Remember you can only nominate once in each category and nominations end June 3, so get started today. Once you send in a nomination, you'll be eligible for our weekly drawing of $100 to spend at the locale of your choosing.

Maybe this is just the fat kid in me but Hard Times cafe (Clarendon - On Wilson) has a great deal with half price appetizers from 5-7 every weekday. The nachos with Cincy chili are phenomenal. The serving size is a little smaller than usual, but still a lot of food.